Associate Counselor
Weill Cornell Medicine
- New York City, NY
- $62,400-65,400 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provides personal, behavioral and vocational guidance both on an individual basis and in group sessions. In collaboration with the medical staff, provides supportive counseling on prevention, educational, supportive and/or concrete services.
- Screens and evaluates prospective clients to determine if they meet the requirements/goals for the program. Refers to proper agency/community-based services as needed.
- Takes psychosocial histories of all clients. Orients new patients to the center's/clinic's policies and procedures and/or outlines goals of the program.
- Handles emergency situations utilizing appropriate judgment, communication methods and knowledge of community resources when appropriate.
- Interfaces with various legal, educational, social governmental and medical agencies to acquire supportive services for clients. Writes letters, makes telephone referrals for clients and communiates with referral agents.
- If applicable, assists with completing reports to be sent to outside agencies and regulatory bodies.
- May participate in the formulation and design of on-going research.
- Provides family consultation and/or interventions when appropriate. Writes progress reports and records other aspects of patient care.
- Attends and participates in community meetings as needed.
- Master's Degree
- Proven ability to work independently and as an effective and collaborative member of a team.
- Possesses an understanding of, and practices, cultural sensitivity with diverse groups while providing direct services.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent listening skills and ability to empathize.
- Strong time management skills.